What is PVN.L's Intrinsic value?

Proven Vct PLC (PVN.L) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of June 10, 2025, Proven Vct PLC's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $17.00 to $49.64 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $49.64 -16.6%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $47.94 -19.4%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $17.00 -71.4%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $19.98 -66.4%
Earnings Power Value $29.92 -49.7%

Is Proven Vct PLC (PVN.L) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $59.50, the stock appears to be significantly overvalued.

Understanding Intrinsic Value

Intrinsic value represents the "true" worth of a company based on its fundamentals rather than market sentiment. We've employed multiple methodologies to triangulate Proven Vct PLC's intrinsic value, including:

  1. Discounted Cash Flow (DCF): Values the company based on projected future cash flows
  2. Dividend Discount Model (DDM): Values the company based on expected future dividend payments
  3. Earnings Power Value (EPV): Values the company based on its current earnings power, assuming no growth

Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC)

The cost of capital is a critical factor in valuation models, representing the required return for investors.

WACC Component Low High
Long-term bond rate 4.0% 4.5%
Equity market risk premium 6.0% 7.0%
Adjusted beta 1.62 1.65
Cost of equity 13.7% 16.5%
Cost of debt 5.0% 5.0%
Tax rate 19.0% 19.0%
Debt/Equity ratio 1 1
After-tax WACC 8.9% 10.3%

Valuation Methods

1. Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Valuation

Our DCF model projects cash flows over 5-year and 10-year horizons, with the following key assumptions:

  • Forecast Period: 5-year DCF and 10-year DCF
  • Terminal Growth Rate: 0.0% (range: 3.0% - 5.0%)
  • Discount Rate: 9.6% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $12 (FY02-2024) to $17 (FY02-2034)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 67% to 54%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 0% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $48 $95M 71.3%
10-Year Growth $50 $100M 50.0%
5-Year EBITDA $60 $130M 79.1%
10-Year EBITDA $59 $126M 60.3%

2. Dividend Discount Model (DDM)

The DDM values a company based on its expected future dividend payments. We used two approaches:

Multi-Stage DDM:

  • Current payout ratio: 81.4%
  • Stable payout ratio: 90.0%
  • Growth transition: 5 years
  • Cost of equity: 15.1%
  • Long-term growth rate: 2.0%
  • Fair value: $17.00 (-71.4% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 16.5% (Low) to 13.7% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 1.0% (Low) to 3.0% (High)
  • Fair value range: $14 to $26
  • Selected fair value: $19.98 (-66.4% from current price)

3. Earnings Power Value (EPV)

EPV assesses a company's value based on its current normalized earnings power, assuming no growth.

EPV Component Value
Normalized Earnings $4M
Discount Rate (WACC) 10.3% - 8.9%
Enterprise Value $40M - $47M
Net Debt $(42)M
Equity Value $82M - $89M
Outstanding Shares 3M
Fair Value $29 - $31
Selected Fair Value $29.92

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $170M
Enterprise Value $128M
Trailing P/E 19.30
Forward P/E 24.33
Trailing EV/EBITDA 16.65
Current Dividend Yield 421.70%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) 7.42%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 1.04

Investment Decision Framework

To determine the most reliable intrinsic value estimate, we weigh each valuation method based on:

  1. Forecast Certainty: DCF methods rely on long-term projections, while earnings power value focuses on current normalized earnings
  2. Business Model Alignment: Dividend models are more appropriate for mature companies with established dividend policies
  3. Historical Accuracy: How well each method has predicted fair value historically

Valuation Weight Matrix

Valuation Method Weight Weighted Value
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) 30% $14.89
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $11.99
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $3.40
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $3.00
Earnings Power Value 10% $2.99
Weighted Average 100% $36.27

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Proven Vct PLC's weighted average intrinsic value is $36.27, which is approximately 39.0% below the current market price of $59.50.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (67% to 54% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation
  • Historical dividend growth of 7.42%

Given these factors, we believe Proven Vct PLC is currently significantly overvalued with the potential for long-term appreciation based on the company's growth trajectory and financial strength.